Global Islamic Finance Report


is an annual publication, covering recent developments in the global Islamic financial services industry. Produced by , a London-based Islamic advisory firm, it is the first global publication of its kind. Edited by Professor Humayon Dar, it is the oldest yearbook in Islamic banking and finance and is considered as the most authentic source of information in the field. GIFR is also recognised for its pioneering work on Islamic Finance Country Index, which ranks about 50 countries of the world in terms of their involvement and leadership role in the Islamic financial services industry.
Each annual edition of GIFR has a special theme. Following themes have so far been covered:
GIFR is a publication that provides analyses provided by the top industry players, academicians and policy makers. Its different annual editions have been sponsored by major financial institutions like Dubai Islamic Bank, CIMB Islamic, Commerzbank, ITS, Hong Leong Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, National Commercial Bank, and many more.
GIFR 2014 was launched at held at Washington DC on April 13–16, 2014.
GIFR 2016 was launched at Global Islamic Finance Forum at Kuala Lumpur by Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim, Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia.